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#368 of 3,778 schools in FL

Top 10% in state

Choices in Learning Charter

Elementary School · SEMINOLE

1100 EAST STATE ROAD 434, Winter Springs, FL 32708

Charter

Enrollment

671

Student-Teacher

16.4:1

Score

8.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#368 of 3,778

In Winter Springs

#1 of 8

public schools

In district

#5 of 71

SEMINOLE

Academic performance

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Choices in Learning Charter

8.7/10

Elementary School in Winter Springs · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.0/10

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About Choices in Learning Charter

Choices in Learning Charter is a public elementary school in Winter Springs, FL, part of SEMINOLE. Choices in Learning Charter serves approximately 671 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Choices in Learning Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #368 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Choices in Learning Charter show 90% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.6 pts above district
  • This school 8.7 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.1
  • FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

Choices in Learning Charter is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.27 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics9.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency92.3% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency85% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg+31.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+29.8 pts
Overall Proficiency89% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)63% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected+26.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile98th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,243
Chronic Absenteeism11.3%

Choices in Learning Charter — Students at Choices in Learning Charter score 89% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

21.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 90.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
58.1% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 87.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.2% (2024 FAST)

Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
96%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
88%
ELA
85%
2013
ELA
87%
2014
Math
91%
ELA
88%
2015
Math
93%
ELA
89%
2016
Math
89%
ELA
92%
2017
Math
93%
ELA
91%
2018
Math
93%
ELA
90%
2019
Math
93%
ELA
90%
2020*
Math
85%
ELA
89%
2021*
Math
85%
ELA
89%
2022
Math
78.6%
ELA
82%
2024
Math
92.3%
ELA
85%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.3/10.

How Choices in Learning Charter Compares

See how Choices in Learning Charter performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.7/10
90th percentile in FL
Academic
9.8/10
Excellent
Growth
8.3/10
Excellent
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
21%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1100 EAST STATE ROAD 434, Winter Springs, FL 32708

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Choices in Learning Charter may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KEETH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is RAINBOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 3.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, SEMINOLE SCIENCE CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Lake Mary), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Winter Springs, see our Winter Springs schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi
School Distance Rating
WINTER SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL Winter Springs 0.4 mi 6.0
INDIAN TRAILS MIDDLE SCHOOL Winter Springs 1.4 mi 5.4
KEETH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Winter Springs 1.5 mi 8.6
LAYER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Winter Springs 1.3 mi 7.9
CIRCLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Winter Springs 2.5 mi 4.5
WINTER SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Winter Springs 2.6 mi 6.7
ELEVATION HIGH SCHOOL Sanford 2.9 mi 2.4
SEMINOLE SCIENCE CHARTER SCHOOL Lake Mary 2.9 mi 8.2
HIGHLANDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Winter Springs 2.9 mi 7.4
SEMINOLE COUNTY DETENTION CENTER Sanford 3.2 mi 4.4
JOHN POLK ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL Sanford 3.4 mi
HOSPITAL HOMEBOUND PROGRAM Sanford 3.7 mi 7.3
CONTRACTED SERVICES Sanford 3.7 mi
RAINBOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Winter Springs 3.8 mi 8.6
RED BUG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Casselberry 4.0 mi 6.6
ARBOR SCHOOL OF CENTRAL FLORIDA Winter Springs 4.1 mi 9.3
LONGWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Longwood 3.6 mi 6.3
LONGWOOD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Longwood 3.6 mi 6.5
SOCRATES PREPARATORY SCHOOL Casselberry 4.2 mi 7.6
OVIEDO HIGH SCHOOL Oviedo 3.9 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 32708 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$87,889

Median Home Value

$352,600

Median Rent

$1,782/mo

Population

48,034

College Educated

46.7%

Homeownership

73.3%

Avg Commute

30.1 min

Poverty Rate

7.7%

Median Age

41.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Choices in Learning Charter

What grades does Choices in Learning Charter serve?

Choices in Learning Charter serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Choices in Learning Charter?

Choices in Learning Charter has an enrollment of approximately 671 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Choices in Learning Charter?

The student-teacher ratio at Choices in Learning Charter is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Choices in Learning Charter rank in FL?

Choices in Learning Charter ranks #368 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Choices in Learning Charter's MySchoolScout rating?

Choices in Learning Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Choices in Learning Charter?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Choices in Learning Charter has 90% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Choices in Learning Charter a charter school?

Yes, Choices in Learning Charter is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Choices in Learning Charter a Title I school?

No, Choices in Learning Charter is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Choices in Learning Charter?

21.2% of students at Choices in Learning Charter qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
11 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
671
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
21.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Seminole County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.3%

District

SEMINOLE
District Enrollment
65,443
Schools in District
76
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,243
District Rank
#5 of 71

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